Is Christ Rising Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2023)

📖 The Core Premise

Christ Rising returns to the screen in 2023, bringing a fresh narrative to the Thriller genre. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "As another year begins a man of God, American soldier Jake Reeves has come back after ten years from a life of war in the middle east, when he receives a call from his deathly ill father who believes the Christ is coming back and that his long lost brother Johnny has been located. Now with his father's last wishes, to find Johnny and bring him back home and the possibility that the world may be coming to a end as he knows it. Jake's faith will be tested as he must take a journey into the unknown to face his past and fight through the dark days ahead to find a brother who he may not know anymore. Setting the stage for a psychological battle of good and evil."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Unfortunately, Rod Sweitzer feels underutilized in a role that lacks depth. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Thriller. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Christ Rising worth your time? If you appreciate Thriller films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Christ Rising misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 108 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.